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Bill C-217

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
December 16, 2021
National Freshwater Strategy Act
  • This bill, called the National Freshwater Strategy Act, aims to create a national strategy for the conservation, protection, and use of fresh water in Canada. The Minister of the Environment will work with representatives from provincial and municipal governments, Indigenous groups, scientists, researchers, and environmental organizations to develop this strategy. The strategy will address various aspects such as drinking water standards, freshwater issues in international agreements, climate change's impact on water infrastructure, reducing eutrophication in lakes, protecting biodiversity and ecosystems, and addressing knowledge gaps about groundwater. The Minister will hold a conference with these stakeholders to gather their input. Within two years, a report outlining the national strategy will be prepared and presented to Parliament. The report will also be published on the Department of Environment's website. After five years, a co
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